1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 727 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taunus | Sportage |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |